2023 Statistics for Wind-Related Bounce House Incidents:
Total number of weather-related bounce house incidents in 2023: 2
Total number of injuries from weather-related bounce house incidents in 2023: 10
Total number of deaths as a result of weather-related bounce house incidents in 2023: 0
Total number of injuries from weather-related bounce house incidents (2000-2023): 489
Total number of deaths from weather-related bounce house incidents (2000-2023): 28
Total number of weather-related bounce house incidents in 2023: 2
Total number of injuries from weather-related bounce house incidents in 2023: 10
Total number of deaths as a result of weather-related bounce house incidents in 2023: 0
Total number of injuries from weather-related bounce house incidents (2000-2023): 489
Total number of deaths from weather-related bounce house incidents (2000-2023): 28
Source: American Meteorological Society |
Journal Article Available Now!Inflatable bounce houses, also known as portable amusement devices, are safety hazards when they are dragged, blown over, or lofted by winds. We have documented 132 cases of wind-related bounce house incidents worldwide for the years 2000-2021 that caused at least 479 injuries and at least 28 deaths. Which weather situations are associated with these incidents? What policies and actions can limit the risks? Check out our article to find out!
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